Department of Nursing Sciences

Developing compassionate and skilled nursing professionals capable of providing high-quality healthcare services and promoting health and wellness in diverse healthcare settings, aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 goals.

138

Credit Hours

4 Years

Program Duration

CCNE

Accreditation Ready

English

Medium of Instruction

Our Vision & Mission

Aligned with FBSU's commitment to becoming a leading university in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in teaching, research, innovation, and community service.

Our Vision

To become a leading department in nursing education, contributing to FBSU's vision of excellence in teaching, research, innovation, and community service while supporting Saudi Vision 2030 healthcare transformation goals.

Our Mission

To provide high-quality nursing education that prepares compassionate, competent, and ethical nursing professionals capable of delivering evidence-based care, promoting health, and improving healthcare outcomes in diverse settings.

About Our Department

Committed to excellence in nursing education and preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Program Overview

Comprehensive Education

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing at FBSU is a comprehensive 138-credit hour undergraduate program designed to develop skilled nursing professionals capable of providing high-quality healthcare services in various clinical settings.

Our curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with extensive clinical practice, laboratory work, and field experience, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for professional nursing practice.

Key Specialization Areas

  • Adult Health Nursing
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Maternal-Newborn Nursing
  • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
  • Community Health Nursing
  • Critical Care & Emergency Nursing
  • Gerontological Nursing
  • Nursing Leadership & Management

Our Core Values

Compassionate Care

Providing empathetic and holistic patient-centered care

Evidence-Based Practice

Integrating research and best practices in nursing care

Professional Excellence

Maintaining highest standards of nursing practice and ethics

Cultural Competence

Respecting diversity and providing culturally sensitive care

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

A comprehensive program designed to prepare competent and caring nursing professionals for the evolving healthcare landscape

Comprehensive Curriculum

138 credit hours covering all aspects of nursing science and practice

4-Year Program

Structured learning path with clinical rotations and field experience

Clinical Excellence

Extensive hands-on training in state-of-the-art simulation labs

Field Experience

30 credit hours of supervised clinical practice in partner hospitals

Degree Requirements

Institution Requirements

Credit Hours:
22 Credits
Focus Areas:
Arabic, English, Islamic Studies, Physical Education

College Requirements

Credit Hours:
11 Credits
Focus Areas:
Health Sciences Foundation, Medical Terminology

Program Requirements

Credit Hours:
105 Credits
Focus Areas:
Core Nursing Courses, Clinical Rotations, Specializations

Field Experience

NURS 501 - Field Experience (30 Credit Hours)
All students are required to complete a supervised field experience at one of the university's partner hospitals as a prerequisite for graduation. This intensive clinical experience provides real-world application of nursing knowledge and skills.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all 138 credit hours

Curriculum & Study Plan

A comprehensive 4-year program designed to build nursing competencies progressively.

First Semester

18 Credits
Basic Academic Arabic
3 CR
Basic Academic English I
3 CR
Chemistry for Health Sciences
3 CR
Biostatistics
3 CR
Introduction to Nursing Profession
3 CR
Health & Physical Education
1 CR
Medical Terminology
2 CR

Second Semester

18 Credits
Basic Academic English II
3 CR
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
4 CR
Applied Biochemistry
3 CR
Information Technology
3 CR
Introduction to Psychology
2 CR
Islamic Civilization I
3 CR

Third Semester

16 Credits
Advanced Academic English I
3 CR
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
4 CR
Fundamentals of Nursing Practice
3 CR
Microbiology and Parasitology
3 CR
Nutrition for Clinical Practice
3 CR

Fourth Semester

18 Credits
Technical Writing
3 CR
Sociology
3 CR
Health Assessment in Nursing
3 CR
Pharmacology
3 CR
Pathophysiology
3 CR
Human Growth and Development
3 CR

Fifth Semester

17 Credits
Adult Health Nursing I
5 CR
Nursing Informatics & Healthcare Technologies
3 CR
Nursing Research Methods
3 CR
Quality, Safety and Ethics in Nursing
3 CR
Specialization Course
3 CR

Sixth Semester

18 Credits
Adult Health Nursing II
5 CR
Pediatric Nursing
5 CR
Maternal-Newborn Nursing
4 CR
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
4 CR

Seventh Semester

17 Credits
Family and Community Health Nursing
4 CR
Gerontological Nursing
4 CR
Evidence-Based Research
3 CR
Emergency and Critical Care Nursing
4 CR
Palliative and End-of-Life Care
2 CR

Eighth Semester

16 Credits
Medical-Surgical Nursing
3 CR
Nursing Management and Leadership
3 CR
Evidence-Based Practice & Healthcare Policy
3 CR
Professional Communication
2 CR
Professional Role Development
2 CR
Specialization Course
3 CR